David H. Scott collection of Eddy Duchin recordings, 1932-1949

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Scott, David H.
Title
David H. Scott collection of Eddy Duchin recordings
Dates
1932-1949 (inclusive)
Quantity
6.12 cubic ft. (9 boxes)
Collection Number
05073
Summary
Recordings of American dance orchestra leader Eddy Duchin collected by David H. Scott.
Repository
American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu
Access Restrictions
Access Restrictions

There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.

Languages
English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

David H. Scott began collecting recordings of Eddy Duchin’s music and radio shows in 1933. He completed the collection in 1977.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The collection contains phonograph recordings of Eddy Duchin and his orchestra issued by Columbia, Brunswick, Victor, and Harmony. In addition there are radio broadcasts from 1935 to 1949, including U.S. Navy programs and the short-lived “Eddy Duchin Show.” Also included are recordings of Eddy Duchin’s solo piano performances. The collection also contains audio tapes made from the disc recordings.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

Copyright Information

The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.

Preferred Citation

Preferred Citation

Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Related Materials

Related Materials

There are no known other archival collections created by David H. Scott at the date of processing.

Acquisition Information

Acquisition Information

This material was received from David H. Scott between 1973 and 1985.

Processing Note

Processing Information

The collection was processed by D. Claudia Thompson in February 2016.

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box
1-6 Eddy Duchin and His Orchestra dance records (phonograph records, 10" 78 rpm) 1932-1949
6 Eddy Duchin and His Orchestra dance records, Eddy Duchin classical piano (phonograph records, 12" 78 rpm) 1932-1949
6 Music in the Air (phonograph record, 12" 78 rpm) undated
6 Nathan Glantz and His Orchestra dance record (phonograph record, 10" 78 rpm) undated
7 Boogie Woogie - Various Artists (phonograph record album, 10" 78 rpm) undated
7 Duchin Plays Cole Porter (phonograph record album, 10" 78 rpm) (2 copies) undated
7 Eddy Duchin (phonograph record album, 10" 78 rpm) (2 copies) undated
7 Duchin Reminisces (phonograph record album, 10" 78 rpm) undated
7-8 Eddy Duchin Plays the Music of George Gershwin (phonograph record album, 10" 78 rpm) (2 copies) undated
8 Eddy Duchin Show (phonograph records, 16" 33 1/3 rpm) 1949
8 Eddy Duchin Piano Solos (phonograph records, 10" 78 rpm) undated
8 Eddy Duchin Navy Programs (reel-to-reel tape, 8 mm) circa 1948-1949
9 Eddy Duchin and His Orchestra, Eddy Duchin Radio Programs, Eddy Duchin Piano Solos (cassette tapes, copied from phonograph records) 1932-1949

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Big Bands -- United States -- 20th century
  • Dance orchestras -- United States -- 20th century

Form or Genre Terms

  • Audiotapes
  • Phonograph records

Other Creators

  • Personal Names
    • Duchin, Eddy, 1909-1951